The Whole Child & Student Well-Being for Today and Tomorrow

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​​Our Vision

OPSBA believes that improving student achievement and student engagementis directly linked to ensuring that we work collaboratively to support the social, emotional, mental and physical well-being of all children and youth in our increasingly complex world.

The Focus of our Advocacy

Participate in processes to implement Ontario’s vision for education

Collaborate with relevant provincial ministries to ensure strong, equitable, accessible, and responsive services and supports for children and youth mental health

Continue leadership and advocacy for social justice, equity and inclusion

Work to support equitable and diverse learning opportunities for all students in our member school boards

Build on progress achieved for differentiated resourcing, programming and services to support students, especially in northern school boards, rural and remote areas

Continue to provide input and feedback to the Ministry of Education regarding the content, measurement and implementation of the Ministry's Well-Being Strategy

Monitor and promote increased opportunities, supports and coordinated services for students with developmental disabilities and special needs with a focus on early intervention to maximize learning outcomes for students

Monitor the implementation of the pending federal legalization of cannabis and its implications for school boards through 2020

Continue to advocate for teacher training and professional development that meets the learning needs of students, and reflects the diverse nature of Ontario, including its Indigenous Peoples

Advocate for technological programs and skilled trades as viable student options, and for support for individuals working in the trades to become teachers

Advocate for a graduation diploma or equivalent that has value for students no matter what program pathway they choose, including directly into the world of work

Continue to support environmental sustainability practices in curriculum and capital planning

Advocate for a comprehensive government review of the current delivery of French as a Second Language